1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
